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Accessible suburban living in a coastal city
Located about 5 miles from downtown Norfolk, Sewells Gardens is a residential community that has recently experienced a resurgence in popularity and demand. Realtor Wendy Plemmons with Rose & Womble Realty Company says, “Sewells Gardens is a quaint, older and more established neighborhood with great proximity to Interstate 64.” Largely developed in the 1950s, Sewells Gardens borders tributaries of Wayne Creek and Chesapeake Bay and is close to schools, restaurants, shops and highways. One of the area’s major employers is Naval Station Norfolk, which is also the largest naval base in the world.
New constructions in established Norfolk neighborhood
Sewells Gardens has been replacing older properties with new constructions. Plemmons says, “The neighborhood has newer developments that offer two-story properties with four bedrooms and two car garages;” A drive through the neighborhood will present one with charming bungalow-style houses with tree-filled front yards. Homes in Sewells Gardens feature long driveways and front porches, which are ideal for lingering over morning coffee. The price for a more recent home ranges from $350,000 to $450,000, while a 1940s bungalow is likely priced between $150,000 and $250,000. Resident Sarah Brown, owner of local tailor shop Sarah Brown Original, says, “It’s an older neighborhood that is peaceful and you can also see a lot of newer homes being built here.” In addition, there may be some homes located in designated Flood Zone AE, which may be required to purchase flood insurance.
Large front porch seen on this bungalow style home in the Sewell's Garden neighborhood of Norfolk Virginia.
Contemporary split Level home in the Sewell's Garden neighborhood of Norfolk Virginia.
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Area schools for Sewells Gardens residents
Students in Sewells Gardens are zoned for Norfolk City Public Schools. Area schools include Norview Elementary School and Norview Middle School, both of which have a C-minus rating from Niche. Norview High School has an overall B score and offers advanced STEM courses for top-performing students in the Leadership Center for the Sciences and Engineering (LCSE) program.
Norview Elementary School in the Sewell's Garden neighborhood of Norfolk Virginia.
Norview High School in the Sewell's Garden neighborhood of Norfolk Virginia.
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The outdoor life by the Chesapeake Bay
The Norview Community Center features amenities such as an art studio, a game room, a gym and an indoor basketball court. The outdoor splash zone opens each June for residents to cool off in the summer months. Lakewood Park in Norfolk is the closest park to the area and has basketball and tennis courts, a football field and swings and slides. The neighborhood’s proximity to the Lafayette River and the Chesapeake Bay makes for easy access to water activities such as fishing and boating.
The picturesque downtown shoreline near the Sewell's Garden neighborhood of Norfolk Virginia.
Naval vessel moored near the Sewell's Garden neighborhood of Norfolk Virginia.
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Waterfront restaurants along the shores
Head to Lidl, which is about 2 miles away and located on North Military Highway, for groceries and prepared food. Additional retailers such as Food Lion, Save A Lot and Walmart are also close by for ease of daily convenience. Area eateries include T’San Japanese Restaurant and Mona Lisa’s Restaurant & Bar. For special occasions, drive to Norfolk and explore waterfront restaurants such as the classic steakhouse Steinhilber’s Restaurant or The Porch on Long Creek, which serves fusion seafood dishes like herb-crusted flounder and specialty sushi rolls.
Lindy's hotdogs are a popular lunch option in the Sewell's Garden neighborhood of Norfolk Virginia.
T'San is enjoyed by locals for its authentic Japanese cuisine off Tidewater Blvd near the Sewell's Garden neighborhood of Norfolk Virginia.
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Martitime festival in Norfolk
The city of Norfolk hosts a variety of events throughout the year. Commemorating historic Norfolk and the local Naval community, Norfolk Harborfest is known as the longest-running maritime festival in the country. This nautical bash features a parade of sailing vessels that range from tall ships to cruisers and sailing boats. Additional activities include strongman, acrobatics and pirate shows, naval demonstrations and exhibits, a tug muster competition, a boat-building challenge and grand fireworks display. Bayou Bon Vivant is a celebration of Cajun music, food and art in the region, and the annual Norfolk Waterfront Jazz Festival is a two-day outdoor event that invites established artists from all over to celebrate the jazz scene.
The close proximity of I64 interstate to the Sewell's Garden neighborhood of Norfolk Virginia.
Navigating the coast of Norfolk
While some parts of the neighborhood are bikeable, Sewells Gardens remains car-dependent. However, Norfolk’s city center has various public transits, which include the Norfolk Amtrak Station, the Elizabeth River Ferry, the Tide Light Rail and the Hampton Roads Transit. The Norfolk International Airport is located about 3 miles east of the area for spontaneous trips and getaways. Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is about 6 miles away for medical care and Interstate 64 is readily available for access to Charlottesville and Richmond.
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Parks in this Area
Shoop Park
Basketball
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Lakewood Park
Baseball/Softball
Football
Soccer
Azalea Acres Neighborhood Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Roland Park Playground
Picnic Area
Playground
Lafayette Residence Park
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Tanners Creek Playground
Picnic Area
Playground
Transit
Airport
Norfolk International
8 min drive
Bus
Sewells Point & Strand
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Sewells Gardens
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sewells Gardens, Norfolk sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Sewells Gardens, Norfolk over the last 12 months is $273,814, down 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
912
Median Age
38
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$92,596
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$102,075
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.5%
College Graduates
37.5%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.4%
% Population in Labor Force
69.2%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
7''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
45/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
32/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
42/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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